How long do planning decisions take near Milston?

The average planning decision time near Milston is 38 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate near Milston?

The planning approval rate near Milston is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Milston?

The most common type of planning application near Milston is tree works applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Milston?

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Milston, Wiltshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Milston, Wiltshire.

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About Milston

Milston is a quaint hamlet and civil parish located in Wiltshire, England, approximately 10 miles north of Salisbury, bordered by the River Avon from Durrington. The parish encompasses both Milston and Brigmerston, alongside several farm buildings on Salisbury Plain. With a stable population of 130 recorded in both 1861 and 2011, Milston presents a unique rural setting for planning applications in the area.

Population: 131 (2021)

District: Wiltshire

Website: https://www.milstonandbrigmerston.co.uk/

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £368,019 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Wiltshire
Parliamentary constituency: Salisbury
LSOA: Wiltshire 049C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Milston.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Milston based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Milston.

- The Old Manor House, Church Road, Milston, Salisbury, SP4 8HT
Retention of a set of stairs in bedroom with hand rails on each side
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-04-20
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- 259 Church Road, Milston, Salisbury, SP4 8HT
Discharge of condition 4 (written scheme of investigation) on PL/2024/08434
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-03-23
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- 13, Brigmerston, Salisbury, SP4 8JB
Variation of condition 2 (Approved Plans) on PL/2022/02609 to allow for the construction of a pitched roof to the full width of the garage area
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2026-02-12
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- BRIGMERSTON HOUSE, BRIGMERSTON, SALISBURY, SP4 8JA
Erection of new outbuilding and installation of swimming pool
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2024-07-15
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- 13 Brigmerston, Durrington, Amesbury, SP4 8JB
Variation of condition 2 of PL/2022/02609 to amend the approved plans to add a garden room to the dwelling
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Wiltshire | Date: 2024-06-21
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A brief summary of Milston in Wiltshire

Property prices in Milston show an average sale price of £368,019, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Milston a particularly low-crime area.

Milston has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Figheldean and Ablington, Bulford, Durrington. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Milston includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Avon System SSSI, Salisbury Plain SSSI; 2 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): River Avon, Salisbury Plain; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Salisbury Plain. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Milston planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at https://www.milstonandbrigmerston.co.uk/. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.

Planning Activity in Milston

In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Milston. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 38 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Milston may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 38 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Milston were tree works (6), discharge of conditions (5), full planning applications (2). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 14 smaller schemes were submitted.

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